1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1986 Citroen C
To start off, 1986 Citroen C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 869 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1986 Citroen C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Volante | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
